You're probably familiar with cotton yukata and linen yukata, but have you heard of polyester yukata? Compared to yukata made from natural fibers like cotton and linen, synthetic fiber yukatas tend to be thought of as somehow low quality and cheap, but polyester yukatas are also splendid and unique! Synthetic fibers, created by combining the wisdom and ingenuity of mankind, are now attracting attention as a material with special properties, functions, and textures that are just as good as natural fibers. In this article, I'd like to introduce you to polyester yukata.
Easy to clean and wash at home!
The best feature of polyester yukata is that it can be washed at home! If you don't take care of your yukata properly, it will lose its color and shape. Many households probably take their kimonos and yukatas to the dry cleaners, right? Of all the yukata materials, polyester yukatas are extremely easy to care for!
As mentioned earlier, you can basically wash yukata in the same way as regular clothes. You may be worried about wrinkles after washing, right? Polyester yukatas are made of a material that is less likely to wrinkle than natural fibers such as cotton, silk, and linen. Furthermore, if you wash them folded to some extent in a laundry net and hang them on a hanger with the sleeves open, they will dry with almost no wrinkles, eliminating the need for ironing.Excellent breathability! Material perfect for summer!
When you're wearing layers like undergarments and obi, it's inevitable that you'll feel hot. Many people are also concerned about sweat ruining their makeup and hairdo. Polyester yukatas are moisture-absorbent, quick-drying, and breathable, making them perfect for summer nights! They absorb sweat easily and dry quickly, so you can stay cool. They're also easy to wash, so you don't have to worry about sweat stains! It's the perfect material for yukata.
Bright colors and lots of patterns!
When it comes to choosing your own yukata, many people choose it based on the pattern. If it's your favorite yukata, of course you'll want to pay attention to the design! Polyester yukatas have excellent color development and a glossy, smooth texture compared to natural fiber materials. While it doesn't have the same feel as natural materials, it makes up for this with a wide variety of bold patterns and vibrant colors. This material is a great match for yukatas with unique or modern designs.
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What did you think? Natural fiber yukatas alone give off a Japanese feel and are incredibly soft to the touch. However, polyester has been invented for clothing purposes in ways that natural fibers don't. It would be a shame to avoid it just because it's a synthetic fiber, so we thought we'd introduce you to polyester yukatas. At Yukataya Hiyori, we also have a large selection of polyester yukatas. We have many yukatas with vibrant designs that take advantage of the vibrant colors, so we'd like to introduce some of them to you. Maybe you'll find your favorite yukata?
